Join us on an extraordinary adventure as we delve into the remarkable journey of Patty and Loren Upton. For more than five years, they embarked on an overland expedition, circumnavigating the world entirely in their trusty Jeep, The "Sand Ship Discovery". Their story is a testament to the indomitable human spirit, the power of determination, incredible self-reliance, and the wonders of exploration.

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Sarah Beatrice is an avid traveler and has started a curated travel business.  She has explored 26 countries, through hiked the Appalachian Trail, and most recently hiked to the Mt Everest Base Camp in Nepal.  Sarah shares her inspirational story of how Everest base camp came to be, and it is not how you would expect.   

In under 7 months, with no guide, and less than $3,000, she accomplished something most only dream of. ...

The new year is here, and many of us are thinking and planning for what's coming up. I have found that it is better to reflect before making the plans for the new year. In this episode, I share one of the lessons and teachings that has come up in my practice, that is the balance between knowing and curiosity.  Understanding of the positive and shadow side of these concepts, as well as their inner play, provides the path forwar...

A New Wave in Music Education

Welcome to a special episode that introduces Dani Fiore, a pioneering music educator whose vision is reshaping the landscape of music learning. Dani stands out in their field for an unwavering commitment to creating a nurturing, inclusive, and safe environment for students of all backgrounds. The approach is not just about teaching music; it's about using music as a transformative tool to...

In our Season 3 premiere, your host Josh Meeder reflects on his own journey as he reaches a significant milestone—his 50th birthday. From his adventures in travel and exploration to finding love and establishing an intentional lifestyle, Josh shares the lessons and experiences that have shaped him into the person he is today. He opens up about the losses he has faced, the impact of family members on his life, and the gratitude he f...

Death, Grief and Bereavement are something each of us will experience.  Grief is different and uniqued to each individual.   How we show up as friends, colleagues and managers can play a crucial role in providing comfort during hard times. 

Dr Kent Tonkin, Associate Professor at St Francis University, share his life long journey shaped by loss and grief.  From early childhood loss to his doctorate discretion on Bereavement...

Rachel Allen’s New Book From Seed House Press

“Blessing Beyond Pass: Tender Medicine for Hard Times” is Rachel Allen’s new book.    It is beautifully written and crafted to allow us to get under the surface and truly feel. Beyond the platitudes in general niceties of daily life, we can be shamed for feeling negative emotions. The daily barrage of negativity, anxiety, injustice, violence and marginalization of people can cr...

In this interview, Samantha shares her story of leaving a well-paying corporate job to pursue her dream of being an entrepreneur. She explains how she was able to build a successful business that feeds her soul, and allows her the flexibility to raise her kids, build community, stay active in her church, tend to her marriage, all while running her business.   This interview was close to my heart, as Sam is my cousin and we have bot...

In today's episode, I am speaking with Sven Hosford. Sven shares his story about mold exposure, living in a horribly contaminated house, and ultimately suffering a heart attack from it.   This is his story of near death to recovering and helping others suffering from mold toxicity.  

Sven recently launched Freedom From Mold, a website that provides education, resources, and individual coaching for anyone affected by m...

Success: The Fast Road to Burn Out

The story in this podcast is one I think most of you will relate to.    Chasing the “dream”, the big job, family, exercise.  And then realizing how burnout you feel once you get there.

Stephanie Graves shares her story of transformation from burnout back to health and balance. For 10 years, she was in the medical field as a physician's assistant (licensed PA). Stephanie enjoyed her job...

Season Two of the great things LLC podcast is back! In the inaugural episode, your host, Josh Meeder. shares how one decision in one year changed the course of his life Everyone dreams about changing their lifestyle. But how do you do that? This episode explores that question. Josh shares how he radically changed his life by making one simple and clear intention. That intention would take 12 months, travel over 52,000 miles, crossi...

Shane Stoehr is an avid traveler, outdoor enthusiast and product designer.    The Journeyman Hammock Camp and Adventure Kit are the result of tens of thousands of miles traveled, countless nights in nature and years of development.    The Journeyman Hammock Camp is a complete and fully integrated camping solution that is perfect for anyone that travels, camps or just is tired of sleeping on the hard ground.  

In this episo...

Mark Sotomayor is changing the literally changing the landscape of Haiti, one bottle of tea at a time.  In this podcast, Mark shares his incredible journey from a college sophomore to an environmental minded Entrepreneur.  Since Mark and his Mother founded Treecup Tea in October 2017, the company has planted 18,000 trees in Haiti.

Like many young entrepreneurs, Mark had an unconventional inspiration and path.   He was enr...

Mandi Freger shares her story, history and passion for Counseling/Psychology, using a combination of traditional ABA, CBT counseling and integrating energy therapy techniques.    Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) have been the clinically studied and approved treatment approaches for many mental health conditions, including Autism.   Energy Therapy Techniques is a broad term for supplemental a...

Noreen Campbell has had decades of success in the grocery and service industry.  She shares her story of working in, building and ultimately closing a family business.   And that is only the beginning.  The transition out of the stress and pressure of small business is where her story picks up.   

Noreen's coaching services guides people through various life transitions and changes.   She found support and help in the...

Glenn Hairston shares his philosophy on the art, history, application and practice of Tai Chi Chuan.  He has services in various governmental, law enforcement and civil positions and has used he marital tai chi as a part of those jobs.  

At the age of four Sifu Glenn Hairston began learning Martial Arts. In the 1970’s, he started his Tai Chi Training under the instruction of Master Yung-Ko-Chou from Manchuria. It was under...

Heidi Bortel founded Zing Astrology and started her Astro-Coaching program recently.   She has had successful career in leading women’s initiatives, Non-Profits, Community Development Committees and other business.   However, her passion for the study of Astrology took hold early in life.   

In this Episode, Heidi and I discuss the emerging field of Astro-Coaching.   Astro-Coaching is the integration of life coaching and A...

In this inaugural episode of the Great Things LLC podcast, I talk with my personal business Coach,  Robin Lee Kennedy.     Robin and I have worked together over the last 2 years and it seemed appropriate to have her as the first guest.  She helped my refine my message, rebrand and challenged me to rethink a lot of past patterns.  

Robin has been helping people for over 20 years.   If you’d like to contact her, you can reac...